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These tech giants want to help prepare the world for the future of work
Global unemployment could reach a quarter of a billion in 2020. Tech giants are leading the way in helping people reskill for the future.
COVID-19, soaring stock markets and the implications for business
Stock markets are reaching new highs amidst COVID-19. Some of the key indicators of this include the businesses' ability to be agile, overall size, as well as its industry.
Is reaching zero COVID-19 possible?
Scientists are researching the possibility of eradicating COVID-19 from a population. Recently New Zealand managed to last 100 days without reporting a case of coronavirus.
IMF: How to ensure an inclusive recovery in the Middle East and Central Asia
According to the IMF's Regional Economic Outlook, Central Asia and the Middle East are faced with an unprecedented economic downturn, but the right policies can help.
Overcoming the COVID-19 disruption to essential health services
As the coronavirus pandemic continues, health expert Anatole Manzi warns that countries must take action to ensure the continuity of essential healthcare services.
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 22 October
Top stories: Spain passes 1 million confirmed cases; Europe's SMEs in trouble; US hospitalizations hit two-month high.
How COVID-19 has hit offshore freelancers - and how they can bounce back
Foreign freelancers have been among those hit hardest by the economic challenges of COVID-19, as jobs have disappeared. Here's how they can bounce back.
Regional Action Group for Latin America Public-Private Cooperation to Reactivate the Region’s Economy: Critical Industries and Strategic Investments
The Forum has created the Regional Action Group for Latin America, consisting of a committed group of trusted partners, including the foremost CEOs, public figures, civil society represen...
This What The Co-founder Of Linkedin Says About Saving Jobs And Creating Opportunities During The Pandemic
Covid-19 indirectly killed far more older adults than we thought
Between March and August, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recorded 225,530 more deaths than previous years’ averages, but only 150,500 related to COVID-19.
Digital diagnosis: Why teaching computers to read medical records could help against COVID-19
Training computers to comprehend doctors’ notes, could uncover valuable insights on fighting COVID-19, by predicting who's most likely to become seriously ill.
These pre-existing conditions could triple your risk of dying from COVID-19
A study of COVID-19 patients confirmed that cardiovascular disease, diabetes, congestive heart failure, chronic kidney disease, stroke, and cancer can increase a patient’s risk of dying f...